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Freudenberg Performance Materials in Macon, GA has an excellent opportunity for a Process Engineer to join our team. It is an exciting time to work at Freudenberg Performance Materials in Macon.
FPM Macon is part of the Freudenberg Group, a global technology group with 40,000 employees in some 60 countries. We develop leading-edge technologies, and excellent products, solutions and services for more than 30 market segments As the leading global manufacturer of Nonwovens products serving the North America Roofing Industry, Freudenberg Nonwovens was not only one of the first to introduce Nonwovens to the market, but is the largest and most diverse manufacturer of Nonwovens in the world today. The Freudenberg Performance Materials Nonwovens group is operated as a business unit within the Freudenberg Group, a privately held company based in Germany that was founded over 150 years ago.
We know our ability to succeed depends upon the people we employ. Leading-edge technology, the highest standards, and outstanding people make Freudenberg the employer of choice in this industry. We offer a competitive compensation package, as well as relocation assistance for the right candidate.
Process Engineer
JobCode: 04277-2016
Experienced employee
Engineering
Job Summary: Process Engineer
Your tasks
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for assisting in the development of all production products, tooling check and pre-production runs. Responsible for the development of a product that can be manufactured in collaboration with R&D. Works closely with all engineering and quality to maintain world class quality and competitive costing. Develops and strengthens processes that focus on quality on-time delivery and must be operator friendly. Create equipment specifications, order and coordinate the installation of such equipment while maintaining the high standards of manufacturing safety. Define and review process setting/specifications for existing and new products.
- Works to develop products and processes that are production viable
- Maintains a high degree of testing capability to complement seal development and to produce customer support
- Applies sound and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. Requires the use of advanced techniques and modifications, extension of theories, precepts and practices
- Establish process flows and standards for operations to manufacture
- Monitor non-conforming rate by part and process with a goal of reducing non-value added operations
- Develop and maintain project list and activity log while working to improve and support daily production requirements
- Support tool and sample reviews including validation processes
- Ability to understand the technical aspect of the written specifications involving process design and application
- Requires on-the-job experience with area production parts and process
- Travel and overtime may be required
- Perform routine engineering work requiring application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related engineering tasks
- Requires problem solving and decision making ability with positive human relation skills
- Ability to read blueprints and use measuring equipment as needed
- All other duties as assigned
Our expectations:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Our requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Chemistry, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Textile, etc.)
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in manufacturing engineering processes
- Knowledge of manufacturing process
- Experience in process control and product development
- Must exhibit good communication, project management, and interpersonal skills and, given some direction, have the ability to manage his/her own priorities and workload while working in a team environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Lean Systems and Six Sigma Green Belt preferred
- BSME Degree preferred
- Extrusion / PET / Non-Woven material experience desired
As a condition of employment, the incumbent shall learn, abide by and sponsor the Guiding Principles of the Freudenberg Group.
We do not accept resumes from recruiting agencies that are not a preferred vendor, have not been authorized or approved. Any resumes submitted from unapproved vendors will be considered unsolicited, and FPM will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. It’s an exciting time to work at Freudenberg Performance Materials. We know our ability to succeed depends upon the people we employ. Leading-edge technology, the highest standards, and outstanding people make Freudenberg the employer of choice in this industry. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well as an excellent 401K plan.
About the company
Freudenberg Performance Materials in Macon, GA is part of a global manufacturer of high value Nonwovens products serving the North America Roofing Industry. Freudenberg Nonwovens was not only one of the first to introduce Nonwovens to the market, but is the largest and most diverse manufacturer of Nonwovens in the world today. Freudenberg Nonwovens is operated as a business unit within Freudenberg (www.freudenberg.com), a privately held company based in Germany that was founded over 150 years ago.